“Persistently stronger home price gains this spring continue in markets where inventory is well below pre-pandemic levels, such as those in the Northeast.

The California coast gets foggier when it is hot inland, aka "June Gloom" that tends to persist well into August.

The characteristics defined by the location include:Total capital required: If you can grow your portfolio using accumulated equity by cash-out refinancing, which is only possible in areas with high appreciation, you'll need considerably less capital from your savings.Inflation protection: Whether rents outpace inflation, enabling you to sustain your lifestyle indefinitely, only occurs in cities with significant and sustained population growth.Income persistence: How long your income will last.

Since ADU rules were liberalized by Seattle in 2019 (one attached + one detached allowed on any single-family lot, no owner-occupancy requirement, no restriction against separate sale). a number of spec builders in Se...

To become a successful real estate investor, learn through books, find a mentor, start small, diversify, set clear goals, stay financially prudent, obtain a real estate license, encourage persistence, take breaks, and celebrate small wins.

.- Stay Persistent: As you mentioned, not every deal will work out. keep learning from each experience.- Balance Learning and Doing: While it's great to learn, make sure you're also taking action.

Somewhat expensive and we have had a couple of persistent thieves still break in, it is rare.3) Turn Off Utilities to deter squatters.

I agree with your thesis...deal flow IS real estate investing.Baseball is good training for REI...takes discipline and persistence after adversity. 

Persistent late payments, credit accounts in collections, etc are what shows me they are not suitable applicants.

The things we resist will persist.